An introduction to the basic beliefs and practices of Wicca. A pagan earth religion, Wicca has only come into the public eye approximately 50 years ago. Whether merely curious of what Wicca is, or pursuing serious study of religion, this course is a good place to start. It covers basic beliefs, such as the Goddess and the God, reincarnation, and magick. We will discuss creating a Book of Shadows, taking magickal names, as well as the next step on the Wiccan path. If a student chooses, the end of the semester concludes in a simple self-dedication ritual, however this is not required to move into the next class.

If you feel that you have the necessary understanding of basic beliefs and practices, and would like to move into Wicca 2, fill out a Request to Bypass Wicca 1 form during your enrollment.

**Required Reading: Firefly: Wiccan Advancement You may choose to purchase a hard copy of this text, however, a copy of the ebook will be made available to students in this course at no charge.

PREREQUISITE: Wicca 1 or the approval of the instructor. Building onto the coursework in Wicca 1, this course puts more focus on working magick and building rituals. Creating and casting spells are included, as well an introduction to divination and dark moon work. Each student will be given the necessary tools to write a ritual, which is one project each student will complete. A second project is a research essay on a God or Goddess of choice.

***Required Reading: Firefly: Wiccan Advancement You may choose to purchase a hard copy of this text, however, a copy of the ebook will be made available to students in this course at no charge.

The Wicca 2 enrollment key is located on your Wicca 1 certificate of completion.

PREREQUISITE: Wicca 2 or the approval of the instructor. The focus of Wicca 3 is to increase one's metaphysical abilities. Specifically, we will seek control over our minds and energy through meditation and other exercises. This course seeks to connect us even more to the divine cosmic energies of the universe, as well as oursevlves, by strengthening our awareness. Dark moon work and the continuation of writing rituals will be topics. A priest/priestess takes on other responsibilities as he/she personally develops. We will explore these responsibilities as well.

The Wicca 3 enrollment key is located in the Wicca 2 certificate of completion.

Tools 1 discusses constructing a book of shadows, the censer, chalice, pentacle, wand, and candles. Tools 1, you will be asked to create any single magickal tool on your own.

Tools 2 covers consecrating tools, the altar, besom, bell, boline, mortar and pestal, cauldron, as well as salt and water bowls.

Tools 3 covers the cleansing and maintenance of tools, altar cloth, scrying mirror, rosary, runes, robe, feather fan, and jewelry.

The elements are archetypes that explain patterns and relationship in nature. This class will cover the elements as observed in Wicca: Earth, Air, Fire, Water, and Spirit. Other topics include elemental associations, meditation, visualization, and the elements in ritual.

This class covers some history, lore, traditions, and foods of each of the eight sabbats: Samhain, Yule, Imbolc, Ostara, Beltane, Midsummer, Lughnassadh, and Mabon.